National Instruments SwitchBlock Getting Started Manual

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GETTING STARTED GUIDENI SwitchesNI SwitchBlockThis document explains how to install, configure, and test the NI SwitchBlock. The carrierships with the NI-SWITCH instrument driver, which you can use to program theNI SwitchBlock cards.Note Before you begin, install and configure your chassis and controller.ContentsElectromagnetic Compatibility Guidelines............................................................................... 1Verifying the System Requirements..........................................................................................2Unpacking the Kit..................................................................................................................... 2Preparing the Environment....................................................................................................... 3PXI Modules..................................................................................................................... 3Verifying the Kit Contents........................................................................................................ 3NI SwitchBlock Carrier Required Items .......................................................................... 4NI SwitchBlock Card Required Items.............................................................................. 4Installing the Software.............................................................................................................. 4Installing the Hardware............................................................................................................. 5Installing an NI SwitchBlock Carrier................................................................................5Installing an NI SwitchBlock Card................................................................................... 6Configuring the NI SwitchBlock in MAX................................................................................ 8Programming the NI SwitchBlock............................................................................................ 8NI-SWITCH Examples............................................................................................................. 9Troubleshooting...................................................................................................................... 10What Should I Do if the NI SwitchBlock Doesn't Appear in MAX?............................. 10What Should I Do if the NI SwitchBlock Fails the Self-Test in MAX? ........................ 11Where to Go Next................................................................................................................... 11Worldwide Support and Services............................................................................................ 11Electromagnetic Compatibility GuidelinesThis product was tested and complies with the regulatory requirements and limits forelectromagnetic compatibility (EMC) stated in the product specifications. These requirementsand limits provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the product isoperated in the intended operational electromagnetic environment.